Diesel Mechanic

General Summary: Mechanics inspect, troubleshoot, diagnose, service, and repair a diverse range of automotive equipment (including diesel engines) using a total-vehicle approach. Mechanics complete vehicle repair and routine maintenance needs for all fleet vehicle systems and components for Cyrus and Newcomb Oil Co. company vehicles.

Essential Job Duties:

• Perform DOT vehicle inspections and make repairs to ensure compliance with DOT regulations.
• Estimate costs for labor and/or materials.
• Install vehicle parts and accessories.
• Repair worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts.
• Rebuild/Repair defective engines or engine components.
• Rebuild/Repair non-engine automotive or vehicle components.
• Routinely change tires on tractors and trailers, large commercial vehicles.
• Test electrical circuits or components for proper functioning.
• Test mechanical systems for proper functioning.
• Operate a forklift.
• Record information about parts, materials, and/or repair procedures.
• Rotate weekly on-call after hours status with other mechanics.
• Other tasks assigned by Supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 3 years’ experience or equivalent education.
• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification desired.
• Ability to work on all vehicle systems and components as needed, including diesel engines.
• Familiar with mechanical concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Valid Class A CDL license, or willing to obtain one.
• Professional appearance and a positive attitude.
• Team player, honest, hardworking, and excellent attendance.
• Safe Driving Record
• Able to pass a DOT pre-employment drug screen and submit to post-accident and random drug screens once employed.
• Basic Computer Skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to work in indoor shop with varying temperatures, occasional outdoor work as needed.
• Some travel may be required, typically day trips only.
• Sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, and climbing to the top of a tanker.
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.

FiveStar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.